Hailey — What the Neighbor’s Camera Revealed
PART 13
The investigation moved slowly.
Officer Ruiz told me that the department had taken statements, reviewed records, and consulted with prosecutors about potential charges.
A separate child-protection assessment continued.
The systems had different responsibilities, and neither moved at the speed of my anger.
There were evenings I wanted to drive to Brenda’s temporary apartment and demand a confession.
Instead, I made tea, checked that Hailey was asleep, and sat with the frustration until it passed.
One afternoon Nora called about a proposed agreement from Brenda’s attorney.